title: Nursing assessment of deep vein thrombosis.
abstract: The seriousness of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and its accompanying morbidity and mortality make early and accurate diagnosis of key importance. Best clinical practice is supported by the use of a clinical decision model that determines risk based on predisposing factors and certain clinical signs and symptoms.
authors.affiliation: University of Detroit Mercy, McAuley School of Nursing, Detroit, MI, USA.
authors.forename: Maureen
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Anthony
mesh_terms: D042241:Early Diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods*; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D020246:Venous Thrombosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000451:nursing / Q000503:physiopathology